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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1944

Page

3

Classified ads list for sale and rent items across Decatur area

A scan shows multiple M-10 classified notices offering farm and household items for sale including butter milk eggs a Jersey heifer a used sewing machine and a 1936 Ford tutor plus a sharecrop rental in Town Creek and various farm supplies such as potato plants and tomato plants. An entry notes Canada’s war material output at about 55 million dollars weekly excluding plant construction and equipment.

Canada

Sheep Industry Thrives in Magallanes, Chile

The southernmost city in the world Magallanes Chile sits in the Straits of Magellan and centers a growing sheep industry with local production and trade.

Magallanes Chile Straits of Magellan

Morgan County Farmers Boost Small Grain Harvest Outlook

Morgan county agriculture officials report the largest on record small grain and winter legume seed harvests with high expectations for big acreages. farmers like Lyle Cain and Wesley Patterson express plans to expand sowing while exemptions and weather win favor as county agents note rapid field progress and labor strain.

Morgan County Lyle Cain Somerville Wesley Patterson Lacon Jim Summerford Massey Selective Service

Senate holds line on treaties amid White House pressure

Washington reports that Representative Bloom, chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has urged the Senate to move on treaties. The Senate remains steadfast, defending its constitutional prerogatives and delaying action despite criticism and pressure from the Executive.

Court House Washington Bloom D-N. Y House Foreign Affairs Committee Senate

Roosevelt silent on future plans splits Democrats and prompts contest

President Roosevelt continues to refuse to discuss his political future as Democrats seek fourth term delegates and possible acclamation at the July Chicago convention. Oklahoma and South Carolina delegate battles mirror the national contest while Republicans press Dewey and Warren for nominations.

Jack Bell Associated Press Democratic Party Roosevelt Chicago Johnson Stigler Oklahoma White House South Carolina Arkansas Democratic State Committee Vermont Thomas E. Dewey New York Dewey Montana New Jersey California Earl Warren Princeton University Andrew O. Wittreich Elmer H. Wene

Brazil Surpasses Continental US in Area by 250000 Sq Miles

Brazil the largest country in South America measures 251000 square miles more than the contiguous United States excluding Alaska and holds the title for the biggest land area among major nations.

Brazil South America United States Alaska

Bloom urges majority vote on treaties and shared powers

Bloom argues for Senate treaty power sharing and ratification by a majority in both houses, not two thirds in the Senate. He self funded 2000 pamphlets and plans 5000 more to persuade, claiming current Senate control enables partisan abuses while laws pass by simple majority in both chambers.

George H. Jennings Valdermosa E. P. Thornhill Jennings Thornhill Dent Senate Bloom House

Markets authorized to aid farmers set seven Alabama sites

Montgomery May 17. The state markets board chaired by Joe Poole said seven markets will begin once materials are available. Greenville Samsor Ashford Headland Cullman Oneonta and Steele will host sheds grading machinery and a potato curing plant at Ashford. A daily market news service will also operate.

Alabama Morgan County Montgomery Joe Poole State Markets Board Greenville Samsor Ashford Headland Cullman Oneonta Steele Chauncey Sparks Poole State Extension Service W. J. Hackett State Markets

Lawrenceburg Welcomes RAF Cadets In Warm Home Visit

About 30 soldiers from Courtland's RAF pilot school were hosted by Lawrenceburg families for Moth er's Day weekend. After 36 hours of sight-seeing dances picnics and home-cooked meals they praised the citys hospitality and said it rivaled home. The visit included private-home dinners a USO dance and overnight stays.

Courtland Lawrenceburg Tenn USO Center

Revival ends tonight as Dr Hewlett preaches on Heaven

Dr Roy Hewlett concludes Memorial Drive Methodist revival with a sermon on Heaven as a better country. He describes Heaven as sinless, progressive, free from sorrow, and a place to meet loved ones, urging timely preparation for eternal life. Last service starts at 7 30 p m with overflow crowds.

Roy Hewlett Memorial Drive Methodist Church Wiett Jesus Dr. Hewlett Sylacauga

Lions Club Hosts Breakfast Then USO Sunday Dinner

Breakfast was hosted by the city Lions club and most members later attended a large Sunday dinner at the USO. Others dined at home or enjoyed picnics and personal outings.

Lions Club USO

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